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I'd like to know if the phrase "return the favor" is used in everyday English. And if so, could you give me some examples?
Hi~
I'd like to know if the phrase "return the favor" is used in everyday English. And if so, could you give me some examples?
I'd like to know if the phrase "return the favor" is used in everyday English. And if so, could you give me some examples?
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Yes, it’s common.
Thanks, I appreciate this. I hope to return the favor sometime.
I took care of that for you. You helped me out with it last time, and I wanted to return the favor.
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Yes, that is a common usage.
"My neighbor took in my mail for me yesterday. Today I returned the favor."
"Last week I lent my neighbor a cup of sugar. They returned the favor today by lending me some flour."
It can also be used in a negative way.
"Another kid purposely stomped on my foot. I returned the favor by stealing his cap and throwing it into a puddle."
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